About the
Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee (BPAC)

The Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee, also known as BPAC, is a group of individuals that represents the interests of English Learner (EL) students in Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE) programs as required by Illinois School Code. BPAC is focused on helping bilingual parents and community members better understand how bilingual programming works so they may advocate for the academic needs of their students. 

BPAC Purpose

• Promote parent participation by offering educational workshops for families to increase the successful achievement of English Learners
• Provide parents with the opportunity to express their views about the programs and services offered to English Learners
• Review and provide recommendations regarding the District's ELL/Bilingual Program grant application

BPAC Responsibilities

• Election of officers and establishment of documented internal rules and procedures.
• Receive training from the district to make informed decisions.
• Meet at least four times per year.
• Record minutes of all meetings, keep on file with the school district.
• Review the district's Bilingual Service Plan and the EL portions of the Evidence-Based Spending Plan.
• Collaborate with school district leadership regarding bilingual programs.
• Provide recommendations for bilingual programs.
• Participate in the planning, operation, and evaluation of the EL program within the district.

BPAC Committee Members

Diana Wence
President

Veronica Castro
Vice President

Elisa Treviño
Secretary

Get Involved!

If you are interested in joining BPAC or would like to learn more, please fill out our Contact Form.

Questions? Send us an email at: [email protected]